Identify the first Indian State which achieved full functional literacy.
(A) Mizoram
(B) Kerala
(C) Maharashtra
(D) Assam
Answer: Mizoram
Explanation: Mizoram crossed above 95% literacy rate (98.20% as per the PLFS Survey 2023-24).
Earlier, in June 2024, Ladakh became the first administrative unit to declare full functional literacy.
Goa has become the second state to achieve full functional literacy.
According to the Ministry of Education above 95% literacy rate is considered equivalent to Full literacy.
These developments are due to the implementation of ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram